ColorplanBenjamin Moore Suntan Bronze (1217) is a deep beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 25. For trim, try Shell Pink (883).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 25.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #B67D5E |
| RGB | 182, 125, 94 |
| HSL | 21°, 38%, 54% |
About Suntan Bronze
Suntan Bronze (1217) is a deep, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 25, Suntan Bronze absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Suntan Bronze's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. Next to Lenape Trail (1222), it's warmer.
How Suntan Bronze changes with the light
Suntan Bronze has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Suntan Bronze's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Suntan Bronze will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Suntan Bronze can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Suntan Bronze will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Suntan Bronze in real homes
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Suntan Bronze equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 6.6
Also close: Redend Point (ΔE 8.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Marmelo (ΔE 6.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.8
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 9.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Suntan Bronze questions
What undertone does Suntan Bronze have?
Suntan Bronze has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Suntan Bronze's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Suntan Bronze a light or dark color?
Suntan Bronze has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 25.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 25, Suntan Bronze absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Suntan Bronze in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 6.6); Farrow & Ball: Red Earth No.64 (closest available, ΔE 6.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 5.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Suntan Bronze?
Try Shell Pink (883) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Suntan Bronze's undertone.
Where does Suntan Bronze work best?
Suntan Bronze works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 25, Suntan Bronze absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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